Ingredients

  • 6 -7 cups green cabbage, cored, shredded
  • 6 -7 cups red cabbage, cored, shredded (or use all red or all green)
  • salt
  • 2 teaspoons caraway seeds (or celery seeds)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dijon-style mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • pepper
  • 2 carrots, peeled and grated
  • 1 small sweet onion, minced

Method

  • Toss the cabbage with 1 teaspoons salt and let sit in a colander for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
  • Meanwhile, toast the caraway seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • Rinse the cabbage and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk the toasted caraway seeds, mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoons pepper together in a large bowl.
  • Add the cabbage, carrots, and onion and toss.
  • Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
  • Note:.
  • The coleslaw can be prepared, covered and chilled a day in advance. Before serving, freshen the salad with a spoon of mayonnaise and a dash of vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.